Adolph Chris Scholtz

** ******* *****

Chaumont Rd.

Lorraine

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape 6070

Cell: 082*******

E-Mail: ac48bh@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Plant Manger accomplished in streamlining production processes, project planning and training and development. Decisive and effective production manager skilled in leading cross-functional teams to meet customer demands and deadlines. Manufacturing Manger successful at exceeding production, revenue and quality standards through effective leadership and cross-training. Results-driven planning and operations management professional with exceptional communication, problem solving and leadership skills. Production management specialist offering talent in strategic inventory management, organizational development and project planning. Production Manger focused on producing high quality products that exceed customer expectations and help achieve company production and revenue goals. Dynamic Manger with experience supervising production lines, overseeing materials inspection, scheduling production and conducting weekly physical inventories. Focused decision maker with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in the design, development and launch of leading-edge solutions and processes. Manufacturing operations executive with 25 years in management with consistent success in achieving revenue, cost, productivity and delivery goals.

Skills

Working knowledge of engineering

Skilled in finance

Root cause analysis

OSHA regulations

Inventory management specialist

Timely safety audits

Production line management

Recruitment/staffing

Interviewing

Employee coaching

Performance management systems

Training programs development

Audit preparation and reporting

Engineering/project management experience

Production procedures

Exceptional organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft applications skills

Extremely quick learner

Exceptional interpersonal communication

Budget development

Staff training/development

Employee scheduling

Consistently meet goals

Conflict resolution

Human resources management

Deadline-oriented

Process improvement

Quality assurance and control

Purchasing and procurement

Results-oriented

Natural leader

Fluent in Afrikaans,English and Basic German read and write

Employee relations

Project development and life cycle

Superb time management skills

Contract negotiation

Project planning and development

Six Sigma Certification

Logistics management

Procedure development

Strategic planning

Team building

Multi-site operations

Analytical

Dependable

Contract review and recommendations

Flexible

Work History

Period: January 2000 to Current

Company: Bel-Essex Engineering Port Elizabeth

Position: Plant Manger

Outcomes:

Successfully managed production activities so all orders were shipped on time.

Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.

Championed quality initiatives.

Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions.

Maintained and communicated daily productivity and shipment reports for all departments.

Verified that all process control parameters were being documented and followed at all times.

Immediately addressed all expired product dispositions.

Procured required manufacturing equipment and parts.

Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.

Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality.

Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed the outcome of performance goals to set future targets.

Routinely improved product quality and reduced delivery costs.

Addressed all personnel issues promptly and professionally.

Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.

Directed the manufacturing process and operational efficiency procedures to achieve goal of first run capability.

Directed the manufacturing process and operational efficiency procedures to achieve goal of first run capability.

Worked with quality manager to achieve the proper segregation and recycling of all wash and rework.

Completed and recorded all recycling and rework documentation with a high degree of accuracy.

Supported the development of operations staff to meet competency and performance expectations.

Determined suitable crewing requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.

Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime.

Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime. Managed product quality to guarantee compliance with quality policies, procedures and systems.

Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly.

Implemented performance, quality and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals.

Oversaw repair and maintenance staff of 16who cared for equipment, buildings and grounds.

Completed required safety training programs.

Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports.

Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge and information about technology and plant management best practices.

Oversaw daily office operations for staff of 8 employees.

Prepared and distributed payroll for staff of 200 +direct reports.

Composed and drafted all outgoing correspondence and reports for managers.

Complied annual recommendations for end of fiscal year budgets.

Created company\'s first employee manual including training and development.

Performed accounts receivable duties including invoicing, researching chargebacks, discrepancies and reconciliations.

Performed data analysis and provided recommendations to achieve the Companies objectives.

Played key role in designing Dash Carrier/603&4A/Fire wall that resulted in Note 1-VWSA.

Saved 8% on supply costs by working closely with suppliers to ensure that all components met department quality standards.

Reduced amount of scrap product waste, saving R700 000 of material per year.

Coordinated manufacturing, construction, installation and maintenance projects for engineering team to complete per customer requirements.

Coordinated with vendors, sales reps and machine shops for aid in project completion.

Administered compensation, benefits and performance management systems and safety and recreation programs.

Coordinated work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations and employee relations.

Handled understaffing, disputes, terminating employees and administering disciplinary procedures.

Represented organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.

Period: 1990 to 1999

Company: VWSA

Position: Trainee Manager

Outcomes:

Training in Mosel Germany - Management and German - 1 Jr.

Project leader Body Shop A3

Supervisor- Body Shop and Assembly.

Period: January 1988 to December 1989

Company: Picardi Hotels Port Elizabeth

Position: Manager

Outcomes:

Promoted from Team Leader to Assistant Manager within 3months.

Interviewed job candidates and made staffing decisions.

Counted cash drawers and made bank deposits.

Assigned employees to specific duties to best meet the needs of the store.

Reordered inventory when it dropped below predetermined levels.

Instructed staff on appropriately handling difficult and complicated sales.

Hired, trained and evaluated personnel in sales and marketing.

Planned budgets and authorized payments.

Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees.

Increased profits through effective training and troubleshooting profit loss areas.

Reported to the MD regarding all store and staff issues.

Completed profit and loss performance reports.

Implemented a new ordering process and identified poor work habits to improve process effectiveness.

Conducted store inventories once per quarter.

Education

Period: 1986 (Last Year)

School: Cillie High School Port Elizabeth,

Qualification: High School Diploma Academic

Production Management ( PE Technicon)

Additional Courses:

Coursework in Industrial Engineering,

Manufacturing Engineering Management.

Coursework in Engineering Management and Business Administration

6 Sixma Certification( Tenneco)

Personnel Management ( Damelin)

Internal Management course VWSA

Internal Auditor

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